Declining since 2009, #9,457 for girls today.
Popularity of Genesys since 1989
Babies named Genesys per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 40 |
| 2000s | 143 |
| 2010s | 189 |
| 2020s | 86 |
Meaning & origin
Genesys is a modern invented name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1989, reflecting a trend of creative respellings and word-inspired names. Its popularity saw a gradual rise, reaching a peak in 2008 at rank 9,457, with an estimated 1 in 160,727 babies receiving the name that year. Since 2009, its usage has been declining, consistent with the trajectory of many similar contemporary coinages. The name has no strong regional associations and has not ranked among the top names in any state. Despite its novelty, Genesys offers a distinctive option for parents drawn to names that evoke a sense of origin and new beginning, albeit with an unconventional spelling that sets it apart from the more common Genesis.
Genesys is a modern invented name, likely derived from the Greek word 'genesis' meaning 'origin' or 'birth'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1989 and gained modest popularity in the 2000s, peaking in 2008. The spelling with a 'y' instead of 'i' suggests a fashionable respelling to give the name a unique, contemporary feel.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gen, Genny, Sissy
Variants: Genesis
Sibling names for Genesys
Names that share Genesys's style, for a brother or sister.
